Communications Manager

Description

• Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet offers 43 paid days off per year , excellent medical benefits, and an employer-sponsored 403b plan that requires no contribution from employee. We prioritize your well-being and financial security. Do you want to use your skills and talents to make a lasting difference in the world? At Catholic Charities Diocese, of Joliet we are mission-driven, focused on positive results for people and believe that people should be treated with dignity and respect.
• If you feel the same way, we encourage you to join us in making a difference! Discover an extraordinary career opportunity that combines competitive pay with outstanding benefits.
• Apply now so we can make a lasting impact together!
• General Responsibilities

• •Serve as the communications lead for the agency, developing and executing an integrated, mission consistent communications strategy that drives brand awareness, donor acquisition, donor retention, and community engagement.
• •Supervise positions responsible for donor communications.
• •Serve as a member of the Development team, contributing to the Development Plan, and collaborating with the team to achieve the Development Division’s goals.
• •Serve as the primary point of contact for external communication requests, working with program staff to gather information and translate it into clear, consistent messaging.
• •Create, write, design, and produce a high volume of communication materials, including print, digital and social media content.
• •Oversee the Agency's website and social media accounts.
• •Evaluate communication performance using data and analytics, and adjust strategies to improve outcomes.
• •Create and implement public relations and media relations plans to promote the Agency’s programs and services, including drafting press releases, responding to inquiries, and identifying opportunities for coverage.
• •Manage vendor relationships for printing, design, and other services.
• •Ensure compliance with confidentiality standards, including HIPAA considerations, in all communications and materials
• •Coordinate communication strategies for fundraisers, events, and annual reports.
• •Direct internal and external communication plans related to strategic planning, strategic action, and change management.
• •Improve communication processes and workflows to increase efficiency and effectiveness across the agency.
• •Other duties as assigned within the guidelines of this position.

Great Employer Provided Benefits

• •Time-off: 14 Holidays - 15 Vacation days - 5 Paid Leave days and 9 Sick days
• •Medical/Dental/Vision Health Insurances
• •Flexible Spending Account
• •Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• •403B Retirement Plan with employer contributions
• •Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• •Short-term Disability Insurance

Requirements

• •Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or related field from an accredited institution.
• •Minimum of five years of experience in communications, public relations, or marketing.
• •Excellent writing, editing, and content development skills across multiple formats.
• •Excellent organizational skills, project management skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• •Positive interpersonal skills with staff, clients, donors, and volunteers.
• •Experience with digital marketing strategies including website optimization, SEO, email marketing platforms, CRM systems (such as Raisers Edge) and data driven campaign management.
• •Evening and/or Saturday meetings may be required as well as occassional out of town travel and overnight stays related to Agency business & responsibilities.
• •Travel to the various Catholic Charities sites in the Diocese and other locations is expected based on Agency needs.
• •Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• •Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Teams), Adobe Acrobat, Canva, WordPress and similar programs for content creation and communication.
• •Excellent public speaking and interpersonal skills.
• •Passage of complete background clearance and any other required testing or clearances.
• •Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of liability insurance.
• •Adhere to the Agency’s Code of Ethics and conduct all responsibilities in accordance with the standards outlined in the Employee Handbook.